The island of Kaua`i is remote jungle, golden beaches and ancient culture--but transients are disappearing in paradise, and only Detective Lei Texeira notices. Fleeing a failed engagement, Detective Lei Texeira transfers to the island of Kaua`i, where she uncovers a pattern of disappearances that may be related to a bizarre cult--or is it just one madman at work? In Lei's world, everyone is guilty until proven innocent. In Blood Orchids Lei battled her personal demons and won--but now they've come roaring back with reinforcements, including charming real estate magnate Alika Wolcott and former fiancé Michael Stevens. In the midst of the biggest case sleepy Kaua`i has ever seen, Lei must also discover who she loves. "Lei Texeira is both tough detective and a vulnerable woman in a winning Hawaii crime series created by novelist Toby Neal." --David Bishop, mystery author About the Author: Toby Neal was raised on Kaua`i in Hawaii. She wrote and illustrated her first story at age 5. After initially majoring in journalism, she settled on mental health as a career and loves her work, saying, "I'm endlessly fascinated with people's stories." Toby credits her counseling background in adding depth to her characters--from the villains to Lei Texeira, the courageous multicultural heroine of the Lei Crime Series.
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By J.C. Martin
Format:Kindle Edition
On the picturesque island of Kaua'i where Lei is newly stationed, hippie backpackers -- transients with no fixed address and that few people will notice missing -- have been disappearing for the past few years, a pattern nobody detected until now. Could these disappearances be the work of a cult, or just one madman? Lei Texeira is on the case, but things become complicated with the addition of former fiancé Michael Stevens and the entrance of hot property developer Alika Wolcott.
Ms. Neal ramps up the mystery by keeping us guessing as to who the culprit is: so many suspects, so many secrets, and when I thought I had most things figured out, she hits me with a whammy of a climax, which may or may not make you face-palm yourself for not seeing it earlier. Fans of whodunits and police procedurals, you will not be disappointed by this epic puzzler!
In terms of her personal life, it is good to see Lei slowly moving on from her traumatic past. I almost cried when I realised Stevens proposed to her and she broke off the engagement (poor Stevens!), but Alika more than made up for it in the eye candy department. I felt torn for Lei as she struggled with her feelings for both men, and her decision at the end, well, let's just say I know it's probably for the best, but still feel ambivalent about it.
One character I would like to see more of is Lei's dad, Wayne. Newly released from prison, he seems determined to make up for lost time with his daughter, and I would really like to see how their relationship will progress.
As with the first book, there is no lack of atmosphere in Torch Ginger. Poetic descriptions of lush jungles, soaring cliffs, and endless beaches of Kaua'i place the reader in the midst of the idyllic island, and references to the island's peoples, language and customs add further flavour to the rich tapestry of the setting.
I loved the first book in the Lei Crime series, Blood Orchids. With Torch Ginger, Ms. Neal has firmly planted herself on my list of all-time favourite crime authors.
Ms. Neal ramps up the mystery by keeping us guessing as to who the culprit is: so many suspects, so many secrets, and when I thought I had most things figured out, she hits me with a whammy of a climax, which may or may not make you face-palm yourself for not seeing it earlier. Fans of whodunits and police procedurals, you will not be disappointed by this epic puzzler!
In terms of her personal life, it is good to see Lei slowly moving on from her traumatic past. I almost cried when I realised Stevens proposed to her and she broke off the engagement (poor Stevens!), but Alika more than made up for it in the eye candy department. I felt torn for Lei as she struggled with her feelings for both men, and her decision at the end, well, let's just say I know it's probably for the best, but still feel ambivalent about it.
One character I would like to see more of is Lei's dad, Wayne. Newly released from prison, he seems determined to make up for lost time with his daughter, and I would really like to see how their relationship will progress.
As with the first book, there is no lack of atmosphere in Torch Ginger. Poetic descriptions of lush jungles, soaring cliffs, and endless beaches of Kaua'i place the reader in the midst of the idyllic island, and references to the island's peoples, language and customs add further flavour to the rich tapestry of the setting.
I loved the first book in the Lei Crime series, Blood Orchids. With Torch Ginger, Ms. Neal has firmly planted herself on my list of all-time favourite crime authors.
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By Jeannie
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Loved this book which captured the spirit of a small island (not surprisingly since the author was brought up there) and even though I've never been to Hawaii the descriptive writing conjured up the landscape in my mind's eye. The heroine, Lei, has lots of hang ups. Don't we all? These add to the story rather than detracting and I really cared about her and loved her feisty attitude. A great read - I couldn't wait to find out what happened but didn't want it to end.
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i loved reading this book i read a lot and like all types of storys from love storys to thrillers
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